Climate change is causing tick populations to surge in the Northeast, with the biggest risks located near New York City, especially Staten Island and the Bronx. Infected ticks are primarily found in regions outside the city, such as Long Island and upstate New York. Local health providers have been warned to monitor patients who have traveled to high-risk areas. Long Island faces a notable rise in tick-related infections, particularly Lyme disease. To protect against tick bites, experts recommend wearing long pants, tucking them into socks, and staying on paths.
"We are seeing a huge uptick in tick-related infections, particularly Lyme disease," he said of cases on Long Island.
Reducing your risk of tick-borne disease transmission comes down to awareness, prevention, and monitoring, Gandhi said.
If walking in wooded areas, wear long pants, tuck them into your socks and stay on paths, experts advise.
There's a lot of exchanges, travel, between Manhattan and Long Island, and the pets travel with them,
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